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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Waterbury, CT

Whether you're dealing with opioid use disorder, nicotine dependence, or other addiction challenges, Headway connects Waterbury residents with compassionate providers experienced in harm reduction, relapse prevention, and dual diagnosis treatment. Many providers offer free consultations and have availability within two weeks. With 524 providers nationally, you can find the right fit for your recovery journey.

Dr. Daniel Kaplin

Dr. Daniel Kaplin

Psychologist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


“I trust that you have the strength, resources, and the capacity within you to overcome your life challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Felicia Hassan

Felicia Hassan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I approach each patient as a unique individual and tailor the patient's care accordingly using medication management, talk therapy, and their specific needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latonya King

Latonya King

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I can be tough and challenging, but I'm also warm, compassionate, and supportive. I understand that everyone is at different levels in their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Anna Smyth

Anna Smyth

Therapist

Virtual • Collinsville, CT


“I view recovery as a personal process for each person. As a Recovery Coach, I respect your perspective and integrity and will help you formulate specific recovery goals and coach you to meet those goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lucia Castellano

Lucia Castellano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I can assist with those struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, negative thoughts, illness, loss and letting go of old patterns to promote a healthier lifestyle.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pacific Giordano

Pacific Giordano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is a trauma-focused approach focusing on removing barriers past trauma poses to improve mental, emotional, physical and social well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Colleen Picone

Colleen Picone

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use this approach to ask my clients thought provoking questions to assist them in developing confidence to process challenges and deep dive into their layers of consciousness.”
Substance use / addiction, End of life care, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Yulan Menzie-Hackney

Yulan Menzie-Hackney

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that therapy is a journey - a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Newman

Cindy Newman

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Clients can expect warmth and understanding in each session as we collaborate on achieving the treatment goals that you select.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniella Minelli

Daniella Minelli

Therapist

Virtual • Rocky Hill, CT


My journey into this field was deeply influenced by my own personal experiences, which have shaped my desire to create a safe and supportive environment for others. I believe that vulnerability is a vital aspect of healing, and I strive to foster a space where clients feel comfortable sharing their struggles. By actively listening and validating their experiences, I aim to empower them to confront and overcome the obstacles in their lives.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Leah Stern-Helmick

Leah Stern-Helmick

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, substance use, stress, or major life transitions, I provide a supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. I work with adults 18+ who are ready to better understand themselves, build healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful change in their lives. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely connected with your therapist. My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapeutic style is approachable, humorous, and open-minded, tailored to meet individual client needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Izetta Briggs-Bolling

Dr. Izetta Briggs-Bolling

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a solution focused Harm Reduction therapist utilizing strength based, self empowerment treatment methods.”
Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Elbert Ken Shell

Dr. Elbert Ken Shell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe you have the skills and that you may need some help reconnecting with the gifts of your story.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jay Souza-Erlandson

Jay Souza-Erlandson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with adults who have experienced betrayal trauma, including those in the LGBTQ+ community who have faced rejection or violence during their coming-out process, as well as military service members and veterans coping with...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Mcweeny

Melissa Mcweeny

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I help women move through fear, self-doubt, and old patterns so they can step into clarity, confidence, and fulfillment — both personally and professionally. Many of my clients are navigating transitions like ending relationships, redefining careers, or growing businesses while trying to protect their mental health. Together, we focus on strengthening self-trust, setting boundaries, and creating a mindset that supports lasting change. As a therapist and mindset coach, I combine evidence-based tools with forward-focused coaching to help you move from awareness to action — and build the confidence to trust yourself again.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Dr. Karen provide services to Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey and Texas she is a licensed professional counseling supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas, and licensed mental health counseling supervisor (LMHC-S) in Florida with more than 15 years of counseling experience, offering a unique blend of clinical expertise, trauma-informed care, and spiritually grounded guidance. She has a (MS) in Mental Health Counseling: Traumatology and a EdD. In Community Care Counseling: Traumatology. As the founder of Empowerment & Counseling Firm by Dr. Karen, PLLC, she is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their voice, rebuild their strength, and rise into the healthiest version of themselves, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Brathwaite

Lindsay Brathwaite

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


My name is Lindsay and I am a I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 11 years of experience. I bring straightforward honesty, genuine warmth, and a little humor to our virtual sessions. Together, we will roll up our sleeves to tackle life's challenges with solid support and absolutely zero judgment so you can uncover the resilience you already possess.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachel Hume

Rachel Hume

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapeutic style integrates solution-focused and strengths-based perspectives to help clients better understand themselves, build on their existing abilities, and develop practical tools for meaningful change towards that best life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Baker

Lauren Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Most of us haven’t made it through life without a few bruises. Sometimes we lose touch with ourselves along the way, shaped by what we’ve been through and the weight of those experiences.

That doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you. It means you adapted. Sometimes beautifully. Sometimes painfully. Often both.

Therapy is a space to slow down, get curious, and gently begin untangling what you’ve been carrying. Together, we can explore your story with compassion, reconnect with who you are beneath old patterns, and move toward a way of living that feels more aligned, grounded, and authentic.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelly Minor

Kelly Minor

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe you already possess the capacity to solve your problems (I simply provide the clinical tools and the roadmap to get you there).”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nida Ahmed

Nida Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Mental healthcare has been a lifelong passion of mine, and I am committed to helping others. My therapeutic style builds on my compassionate, empathetic, and attentive nature. In the past, I have worked well with clients with anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, narcissistic abuse, personality and/or mood disorders. I genuinely care about the people who entrust me within my therapy practice and consider being a therapist one of the greatest privileges of my life.

*Former clients are welcome to reach out if they want to resume therapy, even if I do not have scheduled openings on Headway.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Samantha Allison-Evans, M.A, Lpc

Samantha Allison-Evans, M.A, Lpc

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Samantha utilizes Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) which is a type of psychotherapeutic treatment that helps people learn how to identify and change destructive or disturbing thought patterns that have a negative influence on behavior and emotions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Aditi Rai

Aditi Rai

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I’m Aditi Rai, LMHC-D, and the founder of Aura of Hope Psychotherapy, a New York–based telehealth practice supporting adults navigating anxiety, self-doubt, and the lasting impact of family and relational wounds. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with clients from diverse backgrounds who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and create meaningful change.

I care deeply about creating a space that feels safe, genuine, and free of judgment. Clients often describe me as warm, grounded, and easy to talk to. My role is to help you feel seen and supported as we explore what’s been heavy—while helping you reconnect with your inner strength, confidence, and capacity for healing.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jamie Mascolo

Jamie Mascolo

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, CT


Great to meet you!

Reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, so if you’re here, you’ve already taken a really meaningful first step.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who works with individuals, couples, and families navigating a variety of challenges. I specialize in working with addiction, couples and relationship concerns, family dynamics, autism-related support, and anxiety and depression.

My background includes working in both school systems and clinical settings, which has given me the opportunity to support people from many different backgrounds and life stages. Through this work, I’ve developed a strong passion for helping people better understand the patterns within their relationships and families.

Many of the clients I work with are trying to improve communication with a partner or family member, navigate the impact of addiction, support a loved one on the autism spectrum, or manage feelings of anxiety and depression that are affecting daily life.

No matter what brings you to therapy, my goal is to create a space that feels supportive, honest, and human; where you can show up exactly as you are without fear of judgment.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jenna McKean

Jenna McKean

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am especially passionate about supporting high achievers, healthcare professionals, first responders, counselors, and other helping professionals who may be experiencing burnout, chronic stress, perfectionism, or compassion fatigue.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marie Timothee

Marie Timothee

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“With a master's degree in social work from NYU Silver School of Social Work and certification as an LCSW, I possess an impressive range of advanced social work methods for helping families, individuals, and groups.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lara Novinski

Lara Novinski

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a practical, compassionate approach to therapy, meeting clients where they are and helping them build insight, coping skills, and meaningful change at their own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kacia Cameron

Kacia Cameron

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is relational and candid. The idea is that you are the professional of your life, and I am a professional in mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Laura Glover

Laura Glover

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“By tailoring my approach to each client's unique needs, I empower them to develop the tools and strategies they need to navigate life's challenges with confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Joshua Feinberg

Joshua Feinberg

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I devote a portion of my private practice to working with folks' whose lives have been impacted and influenced by adoption.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Vester Appiah

Dr. Vester Appiah

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Clients will gain a clearer understanding of the topics, questions, or challenges they bring to the sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aretha Foster

Aretha Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Aretha creates a safe, supportive space where clients can build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ranique Bell

Ranique Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hi, I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor–Diagnostic (LMHC-D) and CASAC with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with adults and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, personality concerns, substance use, and life stress. My approach is warm, supportive, and practical. I use tools from CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to help you better understand yourself and make real, lasting changes. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and empowered to move forward.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jamila Ayeh

Jamila Ayeh

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and reach their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Rochelle Dorney

Dr. Rochelle Dorney

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My sessions will focus on teaching practical tools to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and feeling understood and less alone.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tiffany Kehoe

Tiffany Kehoe

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


“I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rex Hrusa

Rex Hrusa

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm guiding, strengths-based, and trauma informed, to help foster your growth, and provide the support that you need.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yvonne Heim

Yvonne Heim

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I help clients learn how they can take control over their mental health rather than their mental health having control over them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Pierson

Katherine Pierson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Real support for real life, wherever you are in your journey.

As an LCSW with more than a decade of experience, I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and life's inevitable turning points. Outside the office, my life is full with my small children and energetic puppy. I share that because I understand, firsthand, how full and unpredictable life can feel, and how hard it can be to carve out space just for you. That's exactly what our time together is for.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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